RV-4 Weight and Balance Calculator
Total Weight: ${totalWeight.toFixed(2)} lbs
Center of Gravity (CG): ${cg.toFixed(2)} inches
`; // Check if within limits (example limits, adjust based on real aircraft data) const minCG = 55; const maxCG = 70; const maxWeight = 1800; if (totalWeight > maxWeight) { resultDiv.innerHTML += `Warning: Exceeds maximum weight limit!
`; } if (cg < minCG || cg > maxCG) { resultDiv.innerHTML += `Warning: CG out of limits!
`; } }Weight and Balance Table:
| Item | Weight (lbs) | Arm (inches) | Moment (in-lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Empty Weight | 1000 | 65 | 65000 |
| Pilot & Front Passenger | 170 (each) | 85 | 28900 (each) |
| Rear Passenger | 170 | 115 | 19550 |
| Fuel (6 lbs/gal) | 252 (42 gal) | 70 | 17640 |
| Baggage | 50 | 120 | 6000 |
| Total | – | – | – |